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Vernal

OriginEnglish
Meaning"place of alders"
GenderBoy & girl
US rank · boysUnranked

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US rank · girlsUnranked

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About Vernal

Vernal is a masculine name derived from the Latin word 'vernalis' meaning 'of spring' or 'spring-like.' This nature-inspired name evokes images of renewal, growth, and springtime freshness. Despite its pleasant meaning and melodic sound, Vernal has remained quite rare as a given name throughout recorded history. It saw modest usage in the United States in the early 20th century but never broke into mainstream popularity. The name carries a poetic, seasonal quality similar to other nature names like August or June, though with a distinctly botanical character. Vernal's connection to spring gives it associations with youth, vitality, and new beginnings.

Vernal is also given to girls.

Pronounced VER-nul.

As of October 2026, Vernal ranked #13257 in US births in 2005 SSA, peaked at #914 in 1916.

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Famous Vernals

  • Vernal "Vern" RiffeBoy

    American politician

  • Vernal Edna AndrewsBoy

    birth name of Fern Andra, American actress and director

  • Ewen VernalBoy

    Scottish musician

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